All right, we’ve heard enough about goals and resolutions for 2016, haven’t we? What if we just don’t feel like waxing all sanguine about the New Year? We know the months ahead will hold challenges as well as victories, so best we thi…
Warden Storage Old Louisville to Convert Former Box Plant to Self-Storage in Louisville, KY
Self-storage developer Warden Storage Old Louisville LLC, based in Nashville, Tenn., has acquired the former Alton Box Co. building in Louisville, Ky., for $1.18 million from Hill Street Properties LLC, according to the source. The company intends to c…
Real Estate Developer Sues City Over Denied Self-Storage Site Plan
Self-storage developer Russell Eason, owner of Eason Resources LLC, has filed a lawsuit against Berthoud, Colo., after his proposed site plan for Bargain Storage of Berthoud was rejected by town officials. The project called for 166 shipping containers…
U-Haul Acquires, Renovates Devon Self Storage Facility in Johnson City, NY
Phoenix-based U-Haul International Inc. has purchased and renovated a former Devon Self Storage facility in Johnson City, N.Y. The property at 621 Field St. has been rebranded as U-Haul Moving & Storage of Oakdale.
UK Self-Storage Operator Safestore Names Liverpool, England, ‘Most Generous City’ in Kids Appeal Holiday Drive
Safestore, which operates more than 120 self-storage facilities in the United Kingdom, named Liverpool, England, as one of the most generous cities following the company’s annual Kids Appeal holiday drive. The operator invited the public to donat…
Self-Storage Feasibility: A Critical Step in the Investment Process
From the outside looking into our industry, the process of developing and managing a self-storage business looks simple. But today, it’s anything but. If you’re considering the purchase of an established facility or building a new complex, …
Safelock Storage Plans Self-Storage Development in Owasso, OK
Update 1/20/16 – The Owasso Planning Commission last week recommended the city council approve the Safelock self-storage proposal submitted by developer Tony Bruce. The storage facility would be the first for Bruce after a career as a professiona…
Proposed Self-Storage Project Raises Concerns in Petaluma, CA
Update 2/1/16 – Petaluma officials issued their formal opposition to the self-storage project that’s under consideration by Sonoma County for 2645 Petaluma Blvd. S. Heather Hines, the city’s planning manager, authored a 15-point lette…
Extra Space Acquires Self-Storage Facility Converted From Former Rick Baker Special-Effects Studio
Update 9/26/16 – The Extra Space partnership completed its purchase of Baker’s converted special-effects studio upon issuance of the certificate of occupancy. The joint venture acquired the property for $13.8 million, according to a press r…
Amy’s Attic Self Storage Supports Schools Through Education Charity
Amy’s Attic Self Storage, which operates six facilities in Texas, kicked off its “Amy in Education” program in December by collecting and distributing school supplies to five local elementary schools. Each facility collected dry-erase…